Ethical fashion: it's just a question of habit - Ethical fashion, also known as sustainable or eco fashion, is a concept which involves buying clothing that is produced in sustainable ways that don't harm the environment. It applies to all stages of the production line, from sourcing raw material to how clothes are purchased and used by consumers.

With this in mind, follow the advice of fashionistas Caio Braz and Aline Welinsky, from the site Plata o Plomo, who demonstrate how easy it is to make your daily fashion habits better for the environment, and your wallet!

See the simple habits you can change to become a sustainable fashion follower!

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First step - To make sure you're practicing sustainable fashion, you need to start changing your wardrobe and your buying habits.

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A question - The big question is: how can we make our fashion habits more sustainable?

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Support ethical brands - How about supporting ethical clothes brands?

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Support ethical brands - Take time to research how your favorite brands produce their clothing, if production is legal, and whether their employees work in good conditions.

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Support ethical brands - Pay attention to the materials used to make their products, to see whether they are sustainable fabrics or not, for example.

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Support ethical brands - One good tip is to look for small brands, which prioritize their relationships with suppliers and local work forces.

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Apps - Today, there are several apps which tell you which clothing brands exploit their workers or follow other unethical practices.

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Watch your habits - Before starting, take a few moments to reflect on your lifestyle habits and your consumer choices.

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Watch your habits - It takes no time at all to buy clothing from sustainable brands.

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Watch your habits - You should plan your shopping before you go out so that you don't make pointless purchases that end up being a waste.

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Buy quality - It's much better to buy good quality clothing, which may be more expensive but should last longer than cheaper pieces.

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Buy quality - The longer a piece of clothing lasts, the less you will have to buy in the future to replace it. This is a habit that will benefit the environment just as much as your finances.

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Buy less, but better - Before going shopping, have a list in mind of what you really need.

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Buy less, but better - That way you will avoid impulse purchases. Think about if you really like that item of clothing, and if you will really use it.

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Look after your clothes - So that our clothes last longer, we have to look after them in the right way.

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Look after your clothes - Read the label before washing and ironing, remember to deal with stains before they become permanent, and look after delicate pieces with care. The better you treat your clothes, the longer they will last!

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Buy from thrift shops - Tonnes of second hand clothing is donated to thrift shops every day. What may no longer be useful for one person could be exactly what someone else is looking for!

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Buy from thrift shops - Look up thrift shops in your local area. You'll be amazed with what you can find there for cheaper prices!

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Capsule wardrobe - A 'Capsule Wardrobe' is a concept where your wardrobe contains only the few items that are considered strictly necessary and that never go out of fashion.

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Capsule wardrobe - A capsule wardrobe generally has 30, 50 or 60 items of clothing, including shoes and accessories.

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Donate clothes - Make sure you donate clothes you don't wear but are still in good condition.

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Donate clothes - Get colleagues and friends together to make a collective donation.

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One in, one out - Set the habit of giving something away every time you get a new piece of clothing.

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Forget the latest trends - Buy clothes because you like them and will wear them, not just because they're in fashion right now.

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